Apple Airpods 3rd Gen vs Sony WH-1000XM5

Headset Comparison: Apple Airpods 3rd Gen vs. Sony WH-1000XM5

When it comes to choosing the right headset, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your options is key. Today, we compare two popular models: Apple Airpods 3rd Gen and Sony WH-1000XM5, to help you determine which headset aligns best with your audio needs. Both models provide long-term comfort. Constructed from White plastic, the Airpods Pro 3rd Gen is designed to be durable while still providing comfort. The WH-1000XM5 consists of materials like Plastic, synthetic leather ear cushions. You can find the detailed comparison below.

Technichal specifications
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Sony WH-1000XM5
Type
In-ear
Over-ear
Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth 5.2, Wired (3.5mm audio jack)
Battery life
6 hours on a single charge with the charging case - more than 30 hours
30 hours
Charge time
1 hour
3.5 hours
Charging method
Lightning connector/ Qi-compatible chargers
USB-C
Wireless range
Up to 10 meters
Up to 10 meters
Latency
Low
Low
Batteries
Rechargeable lithium-ion
Lithium Polymer
Driver info
Custom Apple driver for high dynamic range and deep bass
30mm dynamic drivers
Physical specifications
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Sony WH-1000XM5
Weight
each: 4.28 grams
250 grams
Dimensions
19.21x30.79x18.26 mm
185 x 224 x 76 mm
Materials
White plastic
Plastic, synthetic leather ear cushions
Color options
White
Black, Silver
Mute button
No
No
Touch controls
Yes
Yes
Accessories
MagSafe Charging Case, Lightning to USB-C Cable
USB-C charging cable, 3.5mm audio cable, carrying case
Cable length
N/A
1.2m
Water/sweat resistence
IPX4
N/A
Microphone
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Sony WH-1000XM5
Type
N/A
Built-in
Directionality
Beamforming
Multiple microphones for noise cancellation and voice pickup
Frequency response
N/A
N/A
Sensitivity
N/A
N/A
AI features
N/A
Noise reduction, Dual Noise Sensor Technology with multiple microphones actively removes ambient noise
Speaker
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Sony WH-1000XM5
Frequency range
20 Hz - 20 kHz
4 Hz - 40 kHz (wired) 20 Hz - 20 kHz (wireless)
Mono/stereo audio
Stereo
Stereo
Transparency mode
Yes
Yes
AI features
Virtual Surround Sound: Supports spatial audio with dynamic head tracking for immersive sound experiences. Spatial Audio Capabilities: Yes, creating a theater-like experience for music and movies.
Virtual surround sound: No Spatial audio capabilities: Yes (360 Reality Audio)
Popularity and rating
Apple Airpods 3rd Gen
Sony WH-1000XM5
Brand popularity
High
Very High
Model popularity
Very High
High
Comfort rating
High
High
Sound quality rating
High
High
Durability rating
Medium to High
High
Comfort for long wear
High
High

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